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b. A certificate of compliance consistent with Minnesota Rules Chapter 7082 0700 Subp. 3 is required whenever a permit or variance of any type is required for any improvement on or use of the property. 3. Application Materials: Application for permits and other zoning applications such as variances shall be made to the Community Development Department on the forms provided The application shall include the necessary information so that the Community Development Director can evaluate how the application complies with the provisions of this ordinance 4. Variances: Variances may only be granted in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section 462.357 and are subject to the following: a. Variances may not circumvent the general purposes and intent of this ordinance; and b. Variances on riparian lots that allow a structure to be located within the ordinary high water level setback or that allow more impervious surface coverage than the standard shall include the following minimum conditions: i. The greater of 20 feet or 20% of contiguous shoreline to a depth of 10 feet shall be restored with trees, shrubs, and low ground covers consisting of native plants which are consistent with the natural cover of the shoreline. ii. A planting plan which is acceptable to City Staff shall be submitted that demonstrates how the restoration will occur. iii. Either a conservation easement for the restored area shall be established and recorded or signage following City policies shall be installed and maintained around the restoration area. 5. Conditional Uses: All conditional uses in the shoreland area are subject to a thorough evaluation of the waterbody and the topographic vegetation and soil conditions to ensure: a. The prevention of soil erosion or other possible pollution of public waters both during and after construction; b. The visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters is limited,• c. There is adequate water supply and on -site sewage treatment; and d. The types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project will generate are compatible in relation to the suitability of public waters to safely accommodate these watercrafts 6. Mitigation a. In evaluating all variances, conditional uses zoning and building permit applications the zoning authority shall require the property owner to address the following conditions when related to and proportional to the impact to meet the purpose of this ordinance to protect adjacent properties, and the public interest: i. Advanced storm water runoff management treatment; ii. Reducing impervious surfaces; iii. Increasing setbacks from the ordinary high water level;